Message type: E = Error
Message class:  COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI - Product Maintenance 
Message number: 121
Message text: Select a category
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The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_WB_UI121 with the description "Select a category" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Commerce Cloud (Hybris) or SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) when a user is trying to create or manage products but has not selected a required category for the product.
Cause: Missing Category Selection: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a product category from the available options. Categories are essential for organizing products and defining their attributes.
Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of product categories in the system, such as missing or inactive categories. User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or select certain categories.
Solution: Select a Category: Ensure that you select a valid category from the list provided in the product creation or management interface. This is usually done in a dropdown menu or selection field. Check Category Configuration: If
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